2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C4 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |